Chest - Wood, Iron - French Wooden Chest & Key
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Selected by Paul Wullems
He accumulated 18 years' experience, worked as junior specialist at Sotheby’s and managed Kunsthandel Jacques Fijnaut.
Estimate € 280 - € 350
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Vintage French wooden chest dating to 1988, with green-grey base, eight-sided panels edged in red-brown and hand-painted floral motifs, iron key plaque and lock, curved base, dimensions about 126 × 60 × 60 cm, weight 35 kg, in good used condition.
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Description from the seller
Decorative wooden chest from France with floral folk painting – Signed & Dated 1988
Description:
For sale is a charming, hand-painted wooden chest in the traditional peasant style, originally from France. It is excellent as decorative storage or rustic furniture. The chest impresses with its detailed craftsmanship and fully functional hardware.
Origin:
* Country of origin: France
Design & Painting:
* The chest has a greenish-gray base tone, adorned with curved ocher-colored ornaments.
* On the front, the sides, and the lid there are color-contrast octagonal panels with red-brown borders.
* In these panels are artistic floral motifs (including tulips and roses) painted in the classic folk-art style.
* The chest stands on a curved, sawn base that emphasizes the rustic design.
* On the front there is a signature (probably "Ella Joud" or similar) as well as the clear dating of the year "1988", making it a beautiful vintage piece.
Material & Fittings:
* The back of the chest consists of darkly stained or painted wood with horizontal grain and is equipped with sturdy metal hinges.
* On the front there is an intricately designed iron key escutcheon.
* The lid features a massive, internal iron lock.
* The accompanying iron key with a classic bow is present. The lock and locking mechanism work perfectly.
Interior:
* The interior offers plenty of storage space; the floor wood is natural and well maintained.
* The inside of the lid is finished in a matching dark wood tone.
Condition:
The chest is in good used vintage condition. It shows charming, age-related signs of wear that authentically emphasize the rustic character of the piece.
Approximate dimensions:
* Length/Width: approx. 126 cm
* Depth: approx. 60 cm
* Height: approx. 55 - 60 cm
Decorative wooden chest from France with floral folk painting – Signed & Dated 1988
Description:
For sale is a charming, hand-painted wooden chest in the traditional peasant style, originally from France. It is excellent as decorative storage or rustic furniture. The chest impresses with its detailed craftsmanship and fully functional hardware.
Origin:
* Country of origin: France
Design & Painting:
* The chest has a greenish-gray base tone, adorned with curved ocher-colored ornaments.
* On the front, the sides, and the lid there are color-contrast octagonal panels with red-brown borders.
* In these panels are artistic floral motifs (including tulips and roses) painted in the classic folk-art style.
* The chest stands on a curved, sawn base that emphasizes the rustic design.
* On the front there is a signature (probably "Ella Joud" or similar) as well as the clear dating of the year "1988", making it a beautiful vintage piece.
Material & Fittings:
* The back of the chest consists of darkly stained or painted wood with horizontal grain and is equipped with sturdy metal hinges.
* On the front there is an intricately designed iron key escutcheon.
* The lid features a massive, internal iron lock.
* The accompanying iron key with a classic bow is present. The lock and locking mechanism work perfectly.
Interior:
* The interior offers plenty of storage space; the floor wood is natural and well maintained.
* The inside of the lid is finished in a matching dark wood tone.
Condition:
The chest is in good used vintage condition. It shows charming, age-related signs of wear that authentically emphasize the rustic character of the piece.
Approximate dimensions:
* Length/Width: approx. 126 cm
* Depth: approx. 60 cm
* Height: approx. 55 - 60 cm
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
35 kg
Style subtype
French design
Title additional information
French Wooden Chest & Key
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
France
Material
Iron, Wood
Style
Vintage
Colour
Brown, Green, Red, Yellow
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
60 cm
Width
125 cm
Depth
60 cm
Estimated period
1980-1990
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